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Trump's Wind Policy Risks 50% Drop in Renewables Investment

10/13/2025

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Collette Hirstius, a Shell executive, warned the Trump offshore wind stance could hinder oil and gas investment.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects a 50% drop in U.S. investments in renewables due to these policies.
China is scaling back its solar industry while increasing oil storage, signaling a strategic shift.
Excessive voltage from wind and solar could cause blackouts, challenging the energy transition’s reliability.

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Collette Hirstius, a Shell executive, warned the Trump offshore wind stance could hinder oil and gas investment.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects a 50% drop in U.S. investments in renewables due to these policies.
China is scaling back its solar industry while increasing oil storage, signaling a strategic shift.
Excessive voltage from wind and solar could cause blackouts, challenging the energy transition’s reliability.